{"product_id":"9780008498283","title":"The Full English: A Journey in Search of a Country and its People","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA \u003cem\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/em\u003e Book of the Week and Top 10 Bestseller\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA Times bestseller\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA Waterstones Paperback of the Year 2024\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA \u003cem\u003eSpectator\u003c\/em\u003e Book of the Year\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of country is England today?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it mean to be English?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eAre we hungry for change or seeking old certainties?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoin Stuart Maconie on an enlightening, entertaining journey through England, from Bristol's Banksy to Durham's beaches, from Cotswolds corduroy to Stoke's oatcakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs his guide, Maconie walks in the footsteps of J.B. Priestley's classic travelogue, English Journey, to explore our national identity and how it has evolved over the last century. On his way, Stuart takes inspiration from the people he meets at bus stops and train stations, cafes and corner shops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTravelling the length of the land, Maconie explores the differences between city and town, north and south, and examines our past and present with affection and insight. Whether he’s passing the boutique hotels of Manchester, the moors of Ilkley or the grand houses of Tynemouth, looking out over misty fens or urban skylines, he shines a light on the people who make these places and asks what the future holds for them. Along the way, he uncovers local heroes and secret histories over early breakfasts and last orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough his journey, he lets us see our homes and habits, hopes and eccentricities with fresh eyes. \u003cem\u003eThe Full English \u003c\/em\u003echallenges us to embrace the messy, shifting and diverse nature of England, and to ask ourselves what kind of country we want to be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this bestseller, Maconie offers a literary exploration of Britain, blending travelogues and essays to create a humorous and insightful non-fiction piece. This Sunday Times bestselling book delves into the history and social interests of Europe, making it a special read.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor fans of Adrian Sinclair (The McCartney Legacy), Tim Hannigan (The Granite Kingdom), Helen Rebanks (The Farmer's Wife), Michael Palin (Erebus), and Ben Aitken (A Chip Shop in Poznan).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarperCollins 2023\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stuart Maconie, Read by Stuart Maconie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46889032024213,"sku":"9780008498283","price":45.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/3175\/9509\/files\/9780008498283_90a4c200-a669-467e-8a75-c95d3c050b57.jpg?v=1776888421","url":"https:\/\/harpercollins.com.au\/products\/9780008498283","provider":"HarperCollins AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}